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awareness

American  
[uh-wair-nis] / əˈwɛər nɪs /

noun

  1. the state or condition of being aware; having knowledge; consciousness.

    The object of the information drive is to raise awareness of what spreads HIV/AIDS.

Other Word Forms

  • hyperawareness noun
  • overawareness noun
  • self-awareness noun

Etymology

Origin of awareness

aware + -ness

Example Sentences

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But awareness goes beyond the audience of baby boomers and Gen Xers who grew up with the brand.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

“Also, if there is no clinical data for a substance, and an awareness that the substance has the propensity for harm, that could make it an appropriate placement on the Category 2 list.”

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

“Content drives engagement, engagement drives product awareness, and product usage reinforces the brand,” Chaparro said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

As well as caring for Sophia, Darren has become an advocate for families affected by childhood dementia, working with Alzheimer Scotland and speaking at the Scottish Parliament to push for better awareness and practical support.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Shock ran up my spine and jolted me into awareness as I watched a tall, narrow-hipped blonde woman walk past us in the hall like she owned the place.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall

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